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Celebrating Peter Thompson: Recognised in the King's Birthday Honours 2026

4 June 2026

Celebrating Peter Thompson: Recognised in the King's Birthday Honours 2026

REINZ is delighted to congratulate Peter Thompson, FREINZ Life Member, on being recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for his exceptional service to philanthropy and rugby.

4/06/2026 9:00:00 AM
REINZ Member Survey Open Now. Shape the Future of REINZ and Win!

3 June 2026

REINZ Member Survey Open Now. Shape the Future of REINZ and Win!

Every year, we run the REINZ Member Survey to hear directly from the people who know the industry best. Whether it's education, advocacy, data, tools, resources, or something else – this is your chance to have your say.

3/06/2026 2:00:00 PM
Kiwi auctioneer makes history with first female AUSTROS title win

26 May 2026

Kiwi auctioneer makes history with first female AUSTROS title win

Kiwi competitor Sharni Bichan became the first woman in history to win an AUSTROS title at the 2026 Australasian Auctioneering Championships in Melbourne. Read more here.

26/05/2026 10:00:00 AM
Advocacy and Government Relations Update – May 2026

21 May 2026

Advocacy and Government Relations Update – May 2026

REINZ Advocacy and Government Relations Update. There’s been strong positive momentum across our advocacy work recently — explore the latest developments here.

21/05/2026 9:00:00 AM
Rural market shows mixed performance as the dairy sector leads the charge

14 May 2026

Rural market shows mixed performance as the dairy sector leads the charge

New Zealand’s rural property market remained mixed through the 12 months ending March 2026, with performance diverging across sectors.

14/05/2026 2:00:00 PM
Buyer activity softens as living costs remain a consideration across key regions

14 May 2026

Buyer activity softens as living costs remain a consideration across key regions

Despite a dip in April sales activity, most regions remained relatively steady with broader market conditions largely unchanged. Read more here.

14/05/2026 9:00:00 AM
REINZ welcomes balanced, risk-based AML reforms for New Zealanders

11 May 2026

REINZ welcomes balanced, risk-based AML reforms for New Zealanders

Read the media release from REINZ responding to the Government’s latest anti–money laundering reforms.

11/05/2026 3:00:00 PM
Top auctioneers crowned at 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships

22 April 2026

Top auctioneers crowned at 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships

New Zealand’s top auctioneers went head-to-head in Auckland, with the 2026 REINZ National Auctioneering Championships delivering two days of high-energy competition and exceptional talent.

22/04/2026 8:00:00 AM
Housing market holds steady as global tensions weigh on confidence

16 April 2026

Housing market holds steady as global tensions weigh on confidence

New Zealand’s housing market remained resilient through March, with buyers continuing to transact despite the onset of the Iran conflict and a sharp rise in petrol prices.

16/04/2026 9:00:00 AM
REINZ Welcomes Significant Progress on Regulation of  Residential Property Manager

24 March 2026

REINZ Welcomes Significant Progress on Regulation of Residential Property Manager

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) welcomes the positive work of Hon. Tama Potaka, in his capacity as the Associate Minister of Housing, in progressing the regulation of residential property managers.

24/03/2026 2:15:00 PM
Spotlight on the 2025 Personal Assistant of the Year: Vicki Winlove

18 March 2026

Spotlight on the 2025 Personal Assistant of the Year: Vicki Winlove

Vicki Winlove was named the winner of the REINZ Personal Assistant of the Year Award at the prestigious REINZ Awards in 2025.

18/03/2026 9:00:00 AM
February 2026 Housing Market Marked by Patience as Buyers and Sellers Navigate Changing Conditions

16 March 2026

February 2026 Housing Market Marked by Patience as Buyers and Sellers Navigate Changing Conditions

February’s housing market shows patience on both sides, with selective buyers and sellers prepared to wait for the right price. See the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) here.

16/03/2026 9:00:00 AM
New Versions of Forms (ASPRE, Auction and Tender) coming on 21 April 2026

11 March 2026

New Versions of Forms (ASPRE, Auction and Tender) coming on 21 April 2026

New versions of Agreement for Sale and Purchase (ASPRE), Auction and Tender to be released on 21 April 2026, and other important information

11/03/2026 8:00:00 AM
Rural and Lifestyle Data: Year Ending December 2025

4 March 2026

Rural and Lifestyle Data: Year Ending December 2025

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) has released its latest rural property report, providing a detailed view of New Zealand’s rural real estate market for the 12 months ending December 2025.

4/03/2026 1:00:00 PM
REINZ January 2026 Data: A Stable Market and Steady Prices Underpin a Calmer Property Outlook

16 February 2026

REINZ January 2026 Data: A Stable Market and Steady Prices Underpin a Calmer Property Outlook

The 2026 property market opened the year at a steady pace, shaped by the usual January slowdown, seasonal holiday patterns, and unsettled weather across parts of the country. Read more here.

16/02/2026 9:00:00 AM
Updates to ASPRE, Auction and Tender Agreements, and Privacy Compliance

13 February 2026

Updates to ASPRE, Auction and Tender Agreements, and Privacy Compliance

This update highlights upcoming changes to standard property agreements and privacy requirements, taking effect 1 May 2026.

13/02/2026 11:30:00 AM
2025 in Review – How New Zealand’s Property Market Shifted From 2024

23 January 2026

2025 in Review – How New Zealand’s Property Market Shifted From 2024

The New Zealand residential property market in 2025 was characterised by growing confidence and a return to stability and participation. Read more here.

23/01/2026 2:00:00 PM
REINZ December 2025 Data: Sales and Median Prices Hold Strong into Summer

22 January 2026

REINZ December 2025 Data: Sales and Median Prices Hold Strong into Summer

As December 2025 drew to a close, the New Zealand property market experienced a typically mixed month, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ). Read more here.

22/01/2026 9:00:00 AM
REINZ welcomes reform enabling Active Investor Plus visa holders to buy/build homes over $5 million

17 December 2025

REINZ welcomes reform enabling Active Investor Plus visa holders to buy/build homes over $5 million

The Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) welcomes the passing into law of the Overseas Investment (National Interest Test and Other Matters) Amendment Act (Act), which introduces a more efficient and risk-based approach to overseas investment

17/12/2025 9:10:00 AM
REINZ November 2025 Data: Median Prices Up as Buyers Take Their Time

16 December 2025

REINZ November 2025 Data: Median Prices Up as Buyers Take Their Time

Confidence and positivity are on the rise across almost all regions, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ). Read more here.

16/12/2025 9:00:00 AM
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